Synopsis:Tetsumu is an introverted, sensitive youth who endure bullying at school and the
souring relationship of his parents, until the arrival of an elephant named
"Mickey" and later another elephant, "Randy" bring him affection and spiritual
bonding he has long sought in human beings. In fact, Tetsumu quickly realizes he
is blessed with a Thailand to become Japan's first elephant trainer. Having
found his place in the world, Tetsumu develops into a strong, confident young
man, and his natural rapport with elephants enables him to complete a rigorous
training program. Tetsumu returns to Japan with the dream of one day building a
spacious, green "paradise" for these gentle giants as opposed to confining them
to a concrete cage. Until then, Tetsumu launches into a career as an elephant
trainer for touring shows and media performances, along the way meeting and
falling for a strong yet compassionate woman seven years his senior named
Emi....